South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Paediatric Clinical Sister - Ward 22

The closing date is 13 November 2026

Job summary
An exciting opportunity has arisen within the Paediatric Surgery & Trauma Ward based at The James Cook University Hospital to employ a Band 6 Ward Sister.

We are looking for an enthusiastic and motivated children's nurse to join our team within The James Cook University Hospital. The Paediatric areas at The James Cook University Hospital include a Paediatric medical ward, trauma/surgical ward, Paediatric Decisions Unit, Paediatric Critical Care Unit and a Paediatric Outpatient Department.

Main duties of the job
Working as part of a caring and passionate nursing team you will responsibly deliver planned, direct patient care to a high standard in accordance with the Trust's established nursing procedures. Leading by example you will promote the safeguarding, wellbeing and interests of all patients and their families whilst taking personal responsibility for ensuring the needs of patients are achieved.

We are a team committed to delivering and maintaining high quality patient care and are looking to attract nurses who share our goal. In return we will support on-going professional development by way of full preceptorship and provide opportunities for the individual to develop their clinical skills.

Applicants must demonstrate effective communication skills, be enthusiastic, well-motivated and share a commitment to team working.

Registration with the NMC as a RSCN/Child Branch nurse is essential.

This job advert will close if sufficient applications have been received. If interested please apply for this post as soon as possible.

About us
South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust and North Tees and Hartlepool NHS Foundation Trust have come together to form University Hospitals Tees. As a result, post holders may be required to work across sites within both organisations.

Across University Hospitals Tees, our ambition is to be the best place to work, ensuring we have the right staff in the right roles at the right time to deliver outstanding patient care and experience.

We are committed to supporting our staff through an inclusive and supportive working environment, offering health and wellbeing initiatives, staff benefits, and opportunities for personal and professional development.

We support the 'Making Every Contact Count' approach to behaviour change in the promotion of health and wellbeing of individuals and communities.

Details
Date posted: 06 November 2026
Pay scheme: Agenda for change
Band: Band 6
Salary: £39,959 to £48,117 a year per annum (pro rata)
Contract: Permanent
Working pattern: Part-time
Reference number: 328-CSU1-8348458
Job locations: The James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW, United Kingdom

Person Specification
Knowledge

• Essential: Ability to work within the boundaries of the NMC professional Code of Conduct.
• An understanding of government and Trust documents/policies in relation to Children's Nursing.
• A team player able to work well with others and demonstrate commitment to team objectives.
• Ability to use initiative to decide within sphere of work and/or knowledge recognising where assistance is required.

Qualifications and Training

• Essential: Current NMC registration (child subpart)
• Degree or equivalent experience
• specialist experience/training
• Evidence of personal and professional development

Experience

• Essential: Experience of utilising evidence-based practice.
• Experience of working within an acute or community setting.
• Evidence of multi-disciplinary working
• Desirable: PILS/PLS/APLS

Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see NHS Careers website.

Employer details
Employer name: South Tees Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Address: The James Cook University Hospital, Marton Road, Middlesbrough, TS4 3BW, United Kingdom
Employer's website: https://www.southtees.nhs.uk/

Employer contact details
Ward Manager: Karen Greely, karen.greely@nhs.net, 01642854522

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